Definition of Sear
to char, scorch, or burn the surface of something with quick heat
Examples of Sear in a sentence
The chef placed the steak in the hot pan to sear the outside. 🔊
The man needed to wear protective clothing and glasses so that the heat from soldering would not sear his skin and eyes. 🔊
She threw the envelope into the fire in order to sear it beyond recognition. 🔊
The fire from the grill burst into flame, causing his eyebrows to sear. 🔊
He accidentally placed the hot pan on the counter, leaving a sear mark from the heat. 🔊
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